Overview
Background
I am a health psychologist and researcher with a strong focus on health psychology and mental health, particularly within First Nations and culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) communities. My research expertise lies in the development and evaluation of health and wellbeing programs, and cultural adaptations to programs and research methods to more effectively measure mental health and wellness. I have extensive clinical and industry experience, including roles in program design, evaluation, and advocacy within First Nations health, chronic disease management and chronic pain.
Currently, my work spans several projects, including evaluating mental health services for First Nations Australians and investigating the needs of First Nations carers for loved ones with mental health concerns. I also have a keen interest in cultural correlates and expressions of mental disorder, in empowering people to make health behaviour changes, and to engage more effectively with healthcare services through individual, group and health promotion interventions.
Availability
- Dr Tabinda Basit is:
- Available for supervision
Fields of research
Research interests
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Health psychology, preventative health and behaviour change
Investigating the psychological, social, and behavioural factors that influence health and wellbeing. Supporting individuals in making sustainable health decisions, improving mental health outcomes, and enhancing access to care in diverse populations. Examining bio-psycho-social-spiritual approaches to managing chronic illness and pain, including behaviour change strategies, service accessibility, and the role of psychological interventions in improving quality of life.
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Culturally responsive research and program adaptation
Developing and evaluating health interventions that integrate cultural perspectives to improve accessibility and effectiveness. Examining how mental health and illness are understood, expressed, and experienced across cultures, with a focus on improving measurement and service delivery.
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First Nations health and wellbeing
Exploring the health and mental health needs, strengths, and service experiences of First Nations peoples. Includes chronic disease management, pain interventions, and carer wellbeing, with an emphasis on community-led, co-designed, culturally safe approaches.
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Service engagement, access and evaluation
Investigating barriers and facilitators to healthcare engagement, evaluating mental health and wellbeing services, and designing interventions to improve service responsiveness to diverse communities.
Research impacts
As a researcher, my areas of interest have been in creating systemic change through research and evaluation in mental health and wellbeing initiatives. I have been privileged to develop, oversee and evaluate health and wellbeing programs and research projects in the areas of First Nations mental health, chronic disease, and chronic pain.My work in First Nations mental health research has allowed me opportunities to establish myself as a person with nationally relevant expertise and strong networks with a variety of individuals and organisations.
Working to develop, deliver and evaluate a First Nations chronic disease prevention and self-management program, I used evidence-based knowledge and co-design skills to develop a multidiscipilinary, culturally responsive program, embed and drive program evaluation, demonstrate program efficacy, and advocate for expansion from 3 sites to 14 state-wide across 8 health services. This program continues to service thousands of community clients and contributes to improved health and wellbeing outcomes.
I have worked as researcher and project manager on The Staying Deadly Survey, an Australian-first epidemiological mental health prevalence study for First Nations Australians. The research processes I co-designed with First Nations stakeholders have added to the global literature on effective research methods in this setting, and produced the first set of prevalence data on mental and substance use disorders in First Nations Australians. Additionally, I was involved in a series of consultations with the Australia Bureau of Statistics, who sought advice and information on our research methods in planning for the next National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Survey. The outcomes of The Staying Deadly Survey have contributed to State Government funding and development of five new mental health hubs in Southeast Queensland servicing First Nations Australians. I am currently involved in the evaluation of these specialised mental health services.
Works
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2009
Conference Publication
A systematic comparison of the realism of four colonoscopy simulators
Hill, A., Karamatic R., Horswill, M. S., Watson, M. O., Plooy, A. M., Basit, T., Zupanc, C., Riek, S. P., Wallis, G. M., Burgess-Limerick, R. and Hewett, D. G. (2009). A systematic comparison of the realism of four colonoscopy simulators. Royal Brisbane Hospital Research Symposium, Brisbane, Australia, 2009.
2009
Conference Publication
Colonoscopy looping management: does explicit instruction help?
Karamatic, R., Basit, T., Hill, A., Horswill, M. S., Watson, M.O., Plooy, A. M., Zupanc, C., Riek, S. P., Wallis, G. M., Burgess-Limerick, R. and Hewett, D. G. (2009). Colonoscopy looping management: does explicit instruction help?. 13th Annual Coolum Update 2009 in Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Coolum, Qld, Australia, 6-8 June 2009.
Funding
Current funding
Supervision
Availability
- Dr Tabinda Basit is:
- Available for supervision
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Supervision history
Current supervision
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Master Philosophy
Assessing the effectiveness of a trauma group therapy intervention with First Nations women aged 17-25 years.
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Fiona Barlow
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Doctor Philosophy
An Exploration of the Comorbid Relationship Between Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Eating Disorders Within the CYMHS Eating Disorders Service Population.
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Fiona Barlow
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